now..i'm working & still continue my study so...i really don't have time to spend with her...
2007-02-23 13:11:35 · 20 answers · asked by mamamni 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Still wanting to breat feed at 3? This could be a sign of lesbian tendencies. Get her in therapy and have your minister organize prayer sessions for her.
2007-02-27 07:15:20 · answer #1 · answered by sarahscute2000 2 · 1⤊ 3⤋
WOW 3? It truly is time to get her on a sippy at least! Offer some warm milk or some juice in it. I hope she is on solid foods if not you are going to need to start. I believe that kids should be weaned by at least the second tooth if not sooner, it helps them gain some independace! So you will have your time with her no matter what and if she is more independant she can keep herself occupied for a while.
As far as these folks on here bashing you ignore them... I do agree that you have been breastfeeding her for to long but insults are not going to help anyone. Obviously you didn't have anyone to help you along on this and to know that you should have stopped sooner. But you do need to stop! here is a site that may help you get some insite from experts. Don't listen to these insulting people who obviously have issues of their own...
www.babycenter.com
2007-02-27 17:10:18 · answer #2 · answered by ♥ PrincessLeia ♥ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I weaned my daughter a month before her 2nd b-day by simply telling her my milk was all gone. She was disappointed and asked me for several days if the "giki" was still gone but I was surprised by how easy it was to just tell her no. Do not listen to these people who are trying to make you feel bad for nursing her so long. Everyone knows that sucking gives the most comfort for children under 4 that's why it's so hard to get them off bottles thumbs pacifiers and whatever but you can't toss out your boob and no one likes to see their child upset. I'm sure what you're trying to say is that you feel guilty for not being with her all day and then denying her comfort and mommy time. Instead of nursing her talk about her day or read a story snuggled up you'll still get the closeness you both need.
2007-02-27 12:18:02 · answer #3 · answered by armywife_sh 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
People can say whatever they want. The World Health Organization and UNICEF recommend that babies be breastfed for at least two years. I personally breastfed my daughter until she was 35 months. One day I made a concious decision to never offer to her anymore. I knew that once she was in preschool, it would start to get uncomfortable for her. I realized that once I stopped offering it, she stopped thinking about it. I think she maybe asked me 5 times after I stopped offering...that's it. It was very easy for both of us. Just make sure to always have a cup with water or something else in it. That way your daughter won't ever feel like she is going without something. Good Luck!!!
2007-02-23 21:33:49 · answer #4 · answered by its me 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Time to spend with her? Or do you want to stop breastfeeding? TIME to spend with your daughter is NEVER going away! Even when she's 16, she's going to need time with you!!!
To stop breastfeeding, don't offer, don't refuse. This means you don't offer to B/F when she normally does, but don't refuse her if she ASKS you.
On the other hand, while breastmilk is always best, she will be getting more nutrition at this point with cow's milk! If you want to stop TODAY, don't offer and REFUSE. Offer a sippy cup or regular cup with water or cow's milk.
You will have to keep this up. Your daughter will not be happy with this at all, but you have to stick to your guns!
Remember that 1) no child goes to prom wearing diapers and 2) no child goes to Kindergarten still breastfeeding!
Note: She may be wanting quality time more than breastfeeding. She gets that one-on-one time with you while she's breastfeeding, and no other time? Or she may FEEL that way. Try spending more time doing other things that she likes!
GOOD LUCK!!!!
2007-02-24 00:09:31 · answer #5 · answered by Kara 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Don't let her nurse. She should be on cow's milk out of a cup, not a bottle, not a sippy cup and certainly not a breast. If you stop nursing her, your milk will dry up and it will be a moot point. I admire your dedication to your daughter, but yuck! You do need to find time to spend (dressed) with her ... I work full time and am in grad school full time (and pregnant again) and I always find time for my toddler ... I don't sleep enough, but I find time for my son. Good luck! You can do it all.
2007-02-23 21:20:00 · answer #6 · answered by ? 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Shes old enough to be drinking out of a cup now, wean her off the breast and start feeding her whatever you eat. Good Luck!
2007-02-23 21:16:41 · answer #7 · answered by tommi_ghurl_2006 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
OMG, 3 yrs old and still breast feeding......buy her some of the really cute sippy cups that are in the stores. make the change fun for her, a game
2007-02-23 21:24:48 · answer #8 · answered by Mee-Mee 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
my gosh, most people start tappering off at 8 mths or so..3 years..well start her on a different schedule and talk to your doc. that is hard on your body to produce milk for that long..and not to mention mind boggling for her..she is old enough to pee in a big potty and still breast feeding? that is nuts..most likely though it is a security for her - so find something else that will help her have a secure feeling (ie if she only wants it before bed, try a warm glass of milk in a sippy cup..) something like that until she gets off the habit. if that doesnt work, slack off your fluids you intake and your body will naturally start to dry up your milk glands. goodluck.
2007-02-23 21:17:59 · answer #9 · answered by Shawnaj 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Oh my you let that get to far, you should have stopped the breast at at least 1 1/2, stop right now. It will be hard, but very important you stop now, good luck on this one.
2007-02-23 21:22:54 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋